Listen "Mastering Work-Life Balance with Nir Eyal"
Episode Synopsis
Welcome to another episode of Recharge Connect, where Hidde de Vries dives deep into the secrets of working smarter, not harder. In today’s episode, we are thrilled to have Nir Eyal, a behavioral designer, former Stanford lecturer and author of two bestselling books, as our special guest.
Whether you're struggling with balancing work and personal life or just looking for ways to be more efficient and happy, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Tune in to learn how to harness the power of behavioral design to create a more fulfilling and controlled life.
Explore mindset shifts, debunk myths about work-life balance, and gain wisdom from Nir Eyal's experiences in behavioral design. Learn practical strategies for overcoming distractions and enhancing productivity, empowering you to focus with joy and efficiency.
📘 Books by Nir Eyal:
Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products (link includes bonus material)
Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life (also including bonus material)
Please find some extra resources discussed in the episode here:
Timeboxing article: https://www.nirandfar.com/timeboxing/
Values article: https://www.nirandfar.com/common-values/
Fomo article: https://www.nirandfar.com/fomo/
Wage slavery article: https://www.nirandfar.com/wage-slaves/
Free habit tracker tool: https://www.nirandfar.com/habit-tracker/
Free schedule maker tool: https://www.nirandfar.com/schedule-maker/
Follow us for more inspiring conversations:
🎙️ Host: Hidde de Vries, https://www.linkedin.com/in/hiddedevries32/
👤 Guest: Nir Eyal, https://www.linkedin.com/in/nireyal/
Subscribe to our YouTube channel for additional insights and practical tools at www.youtube.com/@Hidde_deVries and visit our website for more inspiration: https://www.recharge360.com
Timestamps:
(00:02) - Introduction to Recharge Grenade Podcast
(00:31) - The Importance of Recovery in Work
(01:21) - Behavioral Design and Nir's Background
(02:02) - Hooked Model Explanation
(03:05) - Practical Examples of the Hooked Model
(05:51)- The Problem of Overuse in Media Products
(06:54) - Misconceptions About Social Media and Technology
(07:38) - The Role of Society and Individual Dispositions
(09:00) - The Abundance of Information and Its Effects
(10:18) - Generational Differences in Technology Use
(13:12)- Internal and External Triggers of Distraction
(14:32) - Addressing New Generational Challenges
(17:16) - The Role of Technology in Safety and Development
(18:10) - Individual Responsibility in Using Technology
(19:03) - Practical Tips for Managing Distraction
(20:12) - Time Management and Planning Techniques
(23:49) - Misuse of To-Do Lists and Effective Alternatives
(26:06) - Living Intentionally and Making Time for What Matters
(27:25) - The Ten-Minute Rule for Managing Urges
Whether you're struggling with balancing work and personal life or just looking for ways to be more efficient and happy, this episode is packed with valuable insights. Tune in to learn how to harness the power of behavioral design to create a more fulfilling and controlled life.
Explore mindset shifts, debunk myths about work-life balance, and gain wisdom from Nir Eyal's experiences in behavioral design. Learn practical strategies for overcoming distractions and enhancing productivity, empowering you to focus with joy and efficiency.
📘 Books by Nir Eyal:
Hooked: How to Build Habit-Forming Products (link includes bonus material)
Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life (also including bonus material)
Please find some extra resources discussed in the episode here:
Timeboxing article: https://www.nirandfar.com/timeboxing/
Values article: https://www.nirandfar.com/common-values/
Fomo article: https://www.nirandfar.com/fomo/
Wage slavery article: https://www.nirandfar.com/wage-slaves/
Free habit tracker tool: https://www.nirandfar.com/habit-tracker/
Free schedule maker tool: https://www.nirandfar.com/schedule-maker/
Follow us for more inspiring conversations:
🎙️ Host: Hidde de Vries, https://www.linkedin.com/in/hiddedevries32/
👤 Guest: Nir Eyal, https://www.linkedin.com/in/nireyal/
Subscribe to our YouTube channel for additional insights and practical tools at www.youtube.com/@Hidde_deVries and visit our website for more inspiration: https://www.recharge360.com
Timestamps:
(00:02) - Introduction to Recharge Grenade Podcast
(00:31) - The Importance of Recovery in Work
(01:21) - Behavioral Design and Nir's Background
(02:02) - Hooked Model Explanation
(03:05) - Practical Examples of the Hooked Model
(05:51)- The Problem of Overuse in Media Products
(06:54) - Misconceptions About Social Media and Technology
(07:38) - The Role of Society and Individual Dispositions
(09:00) - The Abundance of Information and Its Effects
(10:18) - Generational Differences in Technology Use
(13:12)- Internal and External Triggers of Distraction
(14:32) - Addressing New Generational Challenges
(17:16) - The Role of Technology in Safety and Development
(18:10) - Individual Responsibility in Using Technology
(19:03) - Practical Tips for Managing Distraction
(20:12) - Time Management and Planning Techniques
(23:49) - Misuse of To-Do Lists and Effective Alternatives
(26:06) - Living Intentionally and Making Time for What Matters
(27:25) - The Ten-Minute Rule for Managing Urges
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